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P112 VCU

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

4,736 mi
Last recorded4,736 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP112 VCU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 4,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 3,143 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2018 143 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 69,972 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2014 69,972 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 May 2012 68,225 miles
Fail 7 May 2012 68,225 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 65,551 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 65,551 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,384 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 19,384 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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P112 VCU is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P112 VCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P112 VCU registered?

P112 VCU is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P112 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P112 VCU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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